SCRIMSHAW WHALEBONE BUSK Second Half of the 19th...

SCRIMSHAW WHALEBONE BUSK Second Half of the 19th Century
Depicts a stern view portrait of a ship, a sperm whale, "New Bedford 1841", a full-length portrait of a woman in a striped dress, and crossed foliate sprigs. Date of 1841 believed to not indicate the year the busk was engraved. Busk lobed at top and curved at base. Length 14".
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Depicts a stern view portrait of a ship, a sperm whale, "New Bedford 1841", a full-length portrait of a woman in a striped dress, and crossed foliate sprigs. Date of 1841 believed to not indicate the year the busk was engraved. Busk lobed at top and curved at base. Length 14".
This item is not available for international delivery without CITES and other necessary permits. Obtaining these permits is the obligation of the buyer. Please be aware of current international and domestic regulations and bid accordingly.

Condition: Overall excellent condition. The surface is slightly dirty at either end. There are some old stains and a small age line/crack on left side, near whale's back. The whale and female figure are both well drawn.

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